FIXONIC
SellSavedMy Fixonic
Official iFixit API visual reference

1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Headlight Replacement

With enough time, any lightbulb will burn out,...

iFixit Library 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler Moderate 45 minutes - 1 hour Guide 148640
Open the authorised source
Licensed iFixit integration

This attributed iFixit guide is displayed through Fixonic's recorded commercial API permission. iFixit remains the independent source and author of the procedure.

Guide overview

Before you begin

With enough time, any lightbulb will burn out, and headlights are no different. This guide demonstrates how to change a headlight in a 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler. As opposed to many vehicles, the entire headlight assembly for this model must be replaced, not just the bulb. This guide will aid in disassembly and reassembly of the external and internal headlight bracket. This is a straight forward process, requiring basic tools and less than an hour of your time. Ensure that your vehicle is turned off and the emergency brake is engaged before beginning the repair.

Step 1

Repair step

  • Unclasp and prop up the hood.
Step 2

Repair step

  • Remove the three 15.9 mm screws around the external ring casing with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
Step 3

Repair step

  • Pull out the external ring casing.
Step 4

Repair step

  • Remove the four screws securing the internal ring casing with a T15 Torx screwdriver.
Step 5

Repair step

  • Disconnect the headlight assembly from the vehicle by pulling the connector directly out of the back port.
Step 6

Repair step

  • Realign the internal bracket to match the screw holes.
Step 7

Repair step

  • Reinstall the four screws securing the internal ring casing with a T15 Torx screwdriver.
Step 8

Repair step

  • Realign the external bracket to match the screw holes.
Step 9

Repair step

  • Replace the three 15.9 mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
Step 10

Repair step

  • Close and clasp the hood back to its original position.